1974 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 937 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
